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Gottfried in a Nutshell

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz was born on 1 July 1646.
However, he celebrated his birthday on another day ...

"Gottfried in a Nutshell" is the Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø column featuring fascinating facts about Leibniz.
Leibniz researcher Dr. Ariane Walsdorf (Communications and Marketing) presents background information on Leibniz's life.

Publication

The book Gottfried in a Nutshell, by Leibniz expert and science communicator Dr. Ariane Walsdorf, explores the life and work of the great scholar and Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø namesake while also uncovering his personality. Facts about Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz are presented in German and English â€“ in a concise and entertaining format. The stories connect Leibniz's life with current events and illustrate the LUH motto: Global thinking, interdisciplinary research: the spirit of Leibniz!

In combination with charming and humorous illustrations by Simon Schirmer â€“ an artist, graphic designer and illustrator based in Hannover â€“ the book provides an entirely new perspective on Leibniz's conceptual cosmos.

Ariane Walsdorf: Gottfried in a Nutshell, (ed.) Presidential Board of Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø, with illustrations by Simon Schirmer, German/English, 140 pages.

Contact Information

Dr. Ariane Walsdorf
Communications and Marketing
Dr. Ariane Walsdorf
Communications and Marketing